Choosing the right patio screen for your enclosure should be easy. After all, screen is screen, right? Until you start looking at all the available options. Yes, there are that many. Patio screening products offer ample advantages and choices. Before you get overwhelmed, let’s break it down. Consider screens by their purpose, which can help you sort through the possibilities and determine the best fit for your new backyard enclosure.
Popular Patio Screen Options
Standard Insect Screens
Even though there are so many types of patio screens, there is a standard. The traditional choice for a patio, pool, or porch screen, is a fiberglass screening that features an 18 by 14 mesh. This standard screen will do an excellent job of keeping most insects and debris out of your outdoor living spaces. There’s a reason it’s so popular… Because it works.
No-See-Um Screens
Floridians know that no-see-ums have small bodies and a massive ability to annoy other living things. Standard screens are no defense against these tiny biting mites. They can easily slip through the 18 x 14 mesh in a standard patio screen. Fortunately, the dense 20 by 20 mesh of no-see-um screens are designed to deliver excellent ventilation while stopping insects of all sizes, including minuscule monsters like no-see-ums and gnats. Not only does the 20 x 20 mesh keep insects outside, but they also provide enhanced privacy for you inside.
Pet Screens
With claws on paws, enthusiastic tendencies, and tails that can have minds of their own, even the most well-behaved pets can occasionally be rough. Pet screen is durable against pets and even small, enthusiastic children. They are designed to be resistant to tears and punctures. Pet screens are ideal for high-traffic areas or places where pets or children play.
Privacy Screens
Screen rooms blur the line between indoor and outdoor spaces. They allow you to enjoy the fresh air and the gorgeous views. However, just because you can quickly see out doesn’t mean you must let everyone else see in. A privacy screen has a special coating that won’t obstruct your vision but makes it harder for others to see inside. Alternatively, it may be laminated with vinyl for a frosted glass effect. Our favorite privacy screen product by Phifer is called Glas-Shield or Florida Glass. Many owners cover a pane or two in Glas-Shield to ensure their privacy.
Solar Screens
The sun in the Sunshine State is beautiful but unforgiving. Anyone who has forgotten their sunblock knows this all too well. There’s also the uncomfortable heat that can come with sitting in the sun. Wouldn’t it be nice if your screen enclosure could offer an extra layer of protection? With the right screen, it can. Solar screens can block up to 90% of the sun’s rays, reducing the unpleasant impacts of its heat and glare.
Since opening our doors in 1968, Dulando Screen & Awning has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and excellent craftsmanship. Our recipe for success includes exceptional customer service, an expert team, and the use of superior materials. If you aren’t sure which screen is the best choice for your project, we’re happy to help you explore the possibilities. Do you want a patio screen that can meet more than one purpose? Several Phifer screens are excellent multitaskers. To learn more, contact Dulando Screen & Awning today to schedule a free in-home design consultation.
